Fajita-Style Shrimp and Grits Recipe: How to Make It

Fajita-Style Shrimp and Grits Recipe: How to Make It

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I combined two of my favorite dishes—fajitas and shrimp with cheesy grits—into this spicy one-dish meal. For more heat, use pepper jack cheese instead of a Mexican cheese blend. —Arlene...

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound uncooked shrimp (16-20 per pound), peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons fajita seasoning mix
  • 1 cup quick-cooking grits
  • 4 cups boiling water
  • 1-1/2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
  • 3 tablespoons 2% milk
  • 2 tablespoons canola oil
  • 3 medium sweet peppers, seeded and cut into 1-inch strips
  • 1 medium sweet onion, cut into 1-inch strips
  • 1 jar (15-1/2 to 16 ounces) chunky medium salsa
  • 1/4 cup orange juice
  • 1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro leaves, divided

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